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Old Sep 5, 2007, 07:48 PM
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Originally Posted by derangedazn
that or Volks.
So very true.
Old Sep 5, 2007, 08:07 PM
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Im told Japanese Evo's put out over 350hp at the flywheel...so 65 more then the US spec version.
Old Sep 5, 2007, 08:16 PM
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Originally Posted by Major_Boost
Im told Japanese Evo's put out over 350hp at the flywheel...so 65 more then the US spec version.
I think that is the FQ400.
Old Sep 5, 2007, 08:50 PM
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Im pretty sure theyre all the same, but the octane is what makes the diff
Old Sep 5, 2007, 11:29 PM
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so whats final conclusion for that?
Old Sep 5, 2007, 11:52 PM
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JDM EVOs are indeed much more refined out of the box because they are tuned to run 97ron (about 100oct) IIRC.

Also JDM EVOs uses different map sensor (3bar vs 1bar) and as well as Anti-Lag system.

oh, also different turbos on the RS .. Magesium turbine. Not sure if its good or not.. supposedly super quick spool!
Old Sep 5, 2007, 11:54 PM
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California = ****ty 91 Octane, 93 and 94 is far superior. As for racing at the track for timeslips, most tracks in CA have very high Density Altitudes (DA) while those on the East Coast have nice cold weather, and favorable altitude/humidity.. making the cars quicker
Old Sep 6, 2007, 06:44 AM
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Originally Posted by Speed Element
JDM EVOs are indeed much more refined out of the box because they are tuned to run 97ron (about 100oct) IIRC.

Also JDM EVOs uses different map sensor (3bar vs 1bar) and as well as Anti-Lag system.

oh, also different turbos on the RS .. Magesium turbine. Not sure if its good or not.. supposedly super quick spool!
Actually 97 Ron would be around 93 Octane using R+M/2 method used in US. 93 octane in KY FTW.
Old Sep 6, 2007, 07:28 AM
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well there def slower in the winter time, New England Winters FTW
Old Sep 6, 2007, 08:10 AM
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Most cali cars have stiffer restrictions but ive never heard of this applying to EVO's. Something with smog equip. and higher emissions standards.
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i think jdm map is more aggressive than Us evos!
Old Sep 6, 2007, 11:09 PM
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To answer the original question, EVOs are not made special for California, your friend is talking out of his rear end. All of the emission devices are the same for all EVO's sold throughout the US.
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As stated earlier, all of the Evos sold in the U.S. are the same... there is no California-specific model.

Regarding the JDM Evo, there are differences aside from the obvious (rear bumper, RHD). Certain differences in the engine and its tuning put it actually between 315 and 320 crankshaft hp while being a bit more torquey, as they are rated at 295 lb.-ft (though it still has the 280 ps rating). And let's not forget about AYC, the lack of the crash beams that are required in the U.S., the different HVAC controls, etc.
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true statement

Originally Posted by DeeezNuuuts83
As stated earlier, all of the Evos sold in the U.S. are the same... there is no California-specific model.

Regarding the JDM Evo, there are differences aside from the obvious (rear bumper, RHD). Certain differences in the engine and its tuning put it actually between 315 and 320 crankshaft hp while being a bit more torquey, as they are rated at 295 lb.-ft (though it still has the 280 ps rating). And let's not forget about AYC, the lack of the crash beams that are required in the U.S., the different HVAC controls, etc.
this is true,but at the tuning shop here the us vs european,and because of the ayc the car is putting down on the dyno less hp than the us version.
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I have a JDM Evo 7 and out the box are faster. Also is everyone forgeting the AYC? ALso the ACD started back in 01 not 05 for the us.

Did I mention it is titled and for sale!


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